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Workshop with Todd Yannacone

August 17 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
$25

Let’s dance!

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Workshop with Todd Yannacone

7:15 PM – 8:00 PM

Beginner Lindy Hop lesson with Dabney Hopkins

8:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Social dancing

$25 for the entire evening
No partner required! All ages welcome

Dabney Hopkins

Why Attend the Workshop with Todd Yannacone

The Workshop with Todd Yannacone is a rare opportunity to learn from one of the most accomplished instructors in swing dancing. A Camp Hollywood Hall of Fame member and two-time California Swing Dance Hall of Fame inductee, Todd has taught at hundreds of events across 32 countries and five continents. His emphasis on connection, musicality, and the roots of jazz-era dances makes every class both inspiring and practical.

About Todd Yannacone

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Todd Yannacone is an internationally recognized swing dance instructor, performer, judge, and champion who has been teaching Lindy Hop, Balboa, Collegiate Shag, Charleston, Vernacular Jazz, and other jazz-era dances since he was 16. A member of the Camp Hollywood Hall of Fame and a two-time California Swing Dance Hall of Fame inductee, Todd has taught at hundreds of festivals across 32 countries and five continents. Known for his focus on connection, musicality, and respect for the roots of each dance, he has worked with legends including Frankie Manning and Aretha Franklin and was a member of the acclaimed dance troupe, the Silver Shadows.

 

About Guild of the Vale

Swing dance at Guild of the Vale

Step into the Guild of the Vale (formerly The Women’s Club of Mesa) and you’ll feel like you’ve been transported back in time – this historic building looks like a castle on the outside, and has a 1,400 sq. ft. fast wood floor and a stage on the inside. The vintage feel is truly unforgettable! The venue is still in the same historic building it has always been in, but with a new name.

 

Food and Drinks
Bring your own or bottled water is $1 at the door.

 

Air Conditioning
Yes

 

Parking
Parking is plentiful, free, and located all around the property, in the middle of a quiet, little neighborhood. 

 

Dance Guidelines

  • Masks encouraged but not required
  • If you feel even slightly sick, please stay home 
  • Code of Conduct

 

New Dancer FAQs

New to swing dancing? We have answers to your questions.

 

Last Minute Changes

Last minute changes can happen and we don’t always hear about them to update our calendar in time. Just in case, make sure to check the event link below before heading out the door.

 

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